Kate Middleton Announces She Has Cancer
The Princess of Wales, Kate Middleton, has stunned the world with the announcement that she is currently undergoing preventive chemotherapy treatment after being diagnosed with cancer. While the severity and type of cancer have not been disclosed by either Middleton or the royal family, the news has sparked an outpouring of support and solidarity across the globe.
In a heartwarming revelation, People Magazine uncovered a previously unknown act of kindness by the princess. In 2017, Middleton quietly donated approximately 18 centimeters of her hair to The Little Princess Trust, a charity that provides free wigs to young individuals experiencing hair loss due to cancer treatment. Helen Creese, a spokesperson for the organization, expressed gratitude for Middleton’s donation, stating, “It’s lovely to think that someone, somewhere – probably more than one person – has received a wig containing Princess Kate’s hair.”
Reports suggest that Middleton decided to donate her hair during a haircut at Kensington Palace, using a different name to send it anonymously to the foundation. This gesture exemplifies Middleton’s longstanding commitment to supporting those affected by cancer, as demonstrated by her friendship with 8-year-old leukemia patient Mila Sneddon, whom she met through the Hold Still photography project.
Following Middleton’s cancer diagnosis, Lynda Sneddon, Mila’s mother, sent a message of support to the royal family, wishing Middleton a speedy recovery and offering words of encouragement. The princess herself took to social media on March 22 to announce her diagnosis after undergoing abdominal surgery in January, expressing gratitude for the outpouring of support and requesting privacy for herself and her family during this challenging time.
Ailsa Anderson, a former spokesperson for the late Queen Elizabeth, praised Middleton for her resilience and highlighted the support of her husband and family. As Middleton focuses on her recovery, the world awaits further updates on her health journey and sends well wishes for her strength and healing.